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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 164,269 miles on the clock, averaging 12,917 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for AD53 KZA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,269 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,118 |
| Average per year | 12,917 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)
Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).
Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)
Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).
Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)
Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).
Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)
Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AD53 KZA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AD53 KZA
What car is AD53 KZA?
AD53 KZA is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AD53 KZA?
The last recorded mileage for AD53 KZA was 164,269 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD53 KZA passed its MOT?
AD53 KZA has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Dec 2016.
Is AD53 KZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD53 KZA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AD53 KZA?
AD53 KZA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.